2025 - 'The Contemplative Gaze'

Join Sister Eveleen Retreat House and Donald and Janis Scott to draw aside from the daily pressures of life, 

with our time primarily spent in silence, with rhythms of contemplative prayer and a balance of devotional input, 

and plenty of time to rest, pray and reflect. 

Considering throughout what our image of God is, how that informs how we see ourselves, and how that impacts our daily lives!

About the hosts:

Donald and Janice were both born and raised in the Dannevirke area, Southern Hawkes Bay, farming in the area before moving into a pastoral role at a local church. Relocating with their 4 boys to Christchurch in 2000, they led Northcity church until recently, now focusing on wider ministry to the body of Christ, with a passion for city-wide unity and bi-cultural reconciliation, with Donald also involved in Spiritual Direction and Janice leading the Elijah House regional team. Now the proud grandparents of 5 gorgeous grandchildren!

Cost: $330 - The retreat is fully catered and you will have your own room. 

You have the option to arrive earlier or stay longer by booking extra nights (self-catered and guided) at Sister Eveleen.

Let us know upon registration.

Our fees are set low to encourage use, and do not represent the true cost of the upkeep

and maintenance of this wonderful historic house.

If you are able, we would welcome your additional contribution. 

If you would like a donation tax receipt for anything in excess of the base cost, please let us know.

On the other hand, if you'd like to attend but the cost is prohibitive, please get in touch as we may be able to assist you.